Chef Matthew Turton

Chef At Home in Poundbury

My culinary journey began at the award-winning Lancaster & Morecambe Catering College before refining my skills under some of the UK’s most respected Michelin-starred chefs, including Stephen Doherty of the legendary Le Gavroche. Throughout my career, I have been honoured with multiple culinary awards and have spent more than 25 years working across fine dining, luxury private events and large-scale catering.

Today, I lead a successful private chef and bespoke catering company, creating exceptional dining experiences for clients across the UK. My cooking blends classical French technique with modern creativity, celebrating the very best seasonal ingredients and carefully sourced local produce. Every menu is designed from scratch, tailored to the occasion and the individual tastes of my clients.

I believe the finest dining experiences come from combining technical precision with genuine hospitality. Whether preparing an intimate tasting menu, a private celebration or an exclusive event, my aim is always the same: to deliver beautifully executed food, impeccable service and an unforgettable experience that exceeds expectations.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is about creating lasting memories through exceptional food, genuine hospitality and attention to every detail.

I learned to cook at...

Award-winning Lancaster & Morecambe College, trained under Michelin chefs including Stephen Doherty, David Everitt-Matthias & Nigel Howarth.

A cooking secret...

Respecting exceptional ingredients, mastering classical techniques and adding just enough creativity to make every dish unforgettable.

My menus

Marrakesh summer

STARTER

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Rose Harissa Baked Feta, Pomegranate Molasses, Matbucha Tomato Chutney, Batbout Flatbread

FIRST COURSE

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Chermoula John Dory, Fella Mechouia Pepper Salad, Preserved Lemon, Cumin Puffed Wild Rice

MAIN COURSE

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Apricot Glazed Lamb Shoulder, Date and Saffron Pearl Barley, Smoked Courgette, Pickled Chillies, Spiced Jus

DESSERT

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Honey Cremeux, Toasted Sesame Praline and Raspberry, Cinnamon and Almond Roulade

Ocean fusion

STARTER

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Hand-Dived Scallops, cauliflower purée, chorizo crumb, apple

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, avocado, ponzu, sesame

Dorset Crab & Avocado Tian, cucumber, citrus, brown crab mayonnaise

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Lobster Ravioli, shellfish bisque, tarragon oil

Tempura King Prawns, yuzu mayonnaise, pickled vegetables

Steamed Shetland Mussels, white wine, garlic, parsley & sourdough

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Miso-Glazed Black Cod, pak choi, sticky rice, soy beurre blanc

Pan-Roasted Turbot, pommes fondant, samphire, Champagne beurre blanc

Seafood Bouillabaisse, king prawns, mussels, clams, cod, saffron potatoes, rouille

DESSERT

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Lemon Posset, shortbread, fresh berries

Passion Fruit Pavlova, mango, coconut

Dark Chocolate Delice, sea salt caramel, hazelnut praline

Japan

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Sakizuke- Yellowfin Tuna Tataki, ponzu, pickled daikon, sesame

Sakizuke- Crispy Tempura King Prawns, tentsuyu dipping sauce

Sakizuke- Miso-Glazed Aubergine (Nasu Dengaku), toasted sesame, spring onion

FIRST COURSE

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Mukōzuke- Chicken Gyoza, yuzu kosho, soy dipping sauce

Mukōzuke- Salmon & Avocado Maki, wasabi, pickled ginger

Mukōzuke- Chawanmushi, shiitake mushrooms, dashi, spring onion

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Shusai- Black Cod Miso, steamed jasmine rice, pak choi

Shusai- Beef Fillet Teriyaki, truffle potato purée, grilled asparagus

Shusai- Chicken Yakitori, sticky rice, charred hispi cabbage, tare glaze

DESSERT

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Kanmi- Matcha Crème Brûlée, sesame tuile

Kanmi- Dorayaki honey pancakes filled with sweet red bean paste and whipped cream

Kanmi- Warabi Mochi – Bracken starch jelly dusted with kinako and served with kuromitsu

Italian four course

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Antipasti- Burrata, heritage tomatoes, basil pesto, aged balsamic

Antipasti- Beef Carpaccio, Parmesan, rocket, capers, lemon

Antipasti- Sicilian Arancini, smoked mozzarella, roasted tomato sugo

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Primi- Handmade Truffle Tagliatelle, Parmesan cream, black truffle

Primi- Wild Mushroom Risotto, Taleggio, crispy sage

Primi- Lobster Ravioli, saffron bisque, basil oil

MAIN COURSE

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Secondi- Slow-Braised Osso Buco, saffron Milanese risotto, gremolata

Secondi- Pan-Roasted Sea Bass, crushed new potatoes, capers, lemon & parsley butter

Secondi- Chicken Saltimbocca, Parma ham, sage, fondant potato, Marsala jus

DESSERT

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Dolci- Classic Tiramisù

Dolci- Vanilla Panna Cotta, macerated berries, pine nut biscotti

Dolci- Pistachio Cannoli, ricotta cream, dark chocolate

Flavours of Paris

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French onion soup, rich beef broth, Comte crouton, fresh thyme

Duck & Chicken Liver Parfait, brioche, fig and orange chutney

Tuna Niçoise Tartare, quail egg, olive tapenade

FIRST COURSE

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Twice-baked gruyere soufflé, Parmesan cream, chives, toasted almonds

Handmade Lobster Ravioli, shellfish bisque, chervil

Warm Goats’ Cheese Tart, caramelised shallots, walnut vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

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Beef fillet Rossini, pomme Anna, Madeira jus

Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb, dauphinoise potato, ratatouille, rosemary jus

Pan-Roasted Turbot, pommes fondant, beurre blanc, samphire

DESSERT

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Vanilla creme brule, madeleine, brandy poached raspberries

Warm Dark Chocolate Fondant, salted caramel, Madagascan vanilla ice cream

Classic Apple Tarte Tatin, Calvados crème fraîche

Journey along the silk road

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Venice- Ris e bisi- risotto broth, young peas, pancetta, lemon

Levant- Cured sea bream, green almond tarator, dill oil, pickled grape

FIRST COURSE

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Persia- Charred asparagus, labneh, sumac, pickled chilli, herb salad, Middle-Eastern flatbread

MAIN COURSE

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Central Asia- Lamb loin, apricot glaze, saffron jus, kohlrabi, coriander and mint

DESSERT

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China- Strawberry textures, jasmine cream, green tea sponge, candied pistachio

Bespoke

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Bespoke starter

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Bespoke first course

MAIN COURSE

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Bespoke main course

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Bespoke dessert

Taste of Dorset

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Portland crab tartlet, brown crab custard, pickled samphire, radish sorrel

FIRST COURSE

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Dorset watercress soup, cultured cream, chefs sourdough, charred onion oil, Real Cure Nduja whipped butter

MAIN COURSE

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Crispy slow cooked Derwen farm pork belly, burnt apple puree, Dorset Blue Vinney creamed potatoes, hips cabbage and yellow mustard seed sauerkraut

DESSERT

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Jurassic bees honey mousse, hay ice cream, toasted oats, wild hedgerow blackcurrant leaf, chamomile gel

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